Ep. 41: Sophocles and Charjabug race in a special mini-car event with Ash and Kiawe's help.

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Sophocles competes in a special race using a miniature car powered by his Charjabug, with Ash serving as track partner and Kiawe as mechanic. Although Charjabug initially struggles to generate sufficient speed, the trio’s collaboration strengthens the Pokémon and improves performance. On race day, they face a rival team with a flashy vehicle and arrogant demeanor, alongside Team Rocket, who enter with James as track partner, Jessie as spotter, and a fake car operated by Meowth. The competition features three stages: rocky terrain, desert terrain, and an urban area, each containing obstacles powered by Pokémon. Despite Ash being knocked unconscious in the urban section, Sophocles assumes the track partner role. Through unorthodox tactics, teamwork, and exposing Team Rocket’s cheating, Sophocles and Charjabug secure the victory.